Sacramento Movers Reveal The Hidden Costs Of Moving Yourself

Many people assume they will save money by moving themselves rather than hiring a professional moving company. However, when considering other potential costs, they may be surprised to learn it’s often more expensive.

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While renting a moving truck might seem like a great way to save money, the experts at TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® remind consumers of the hidden costs they may not have considered, such as:

• ·         Time to pack, load and drive belongings to the new destination – plan to take time off work to complete these time-consuming tasks.
• ·         Time (and headache) trying to recruit friends and family – understand there’s no guarantee everyone will show up on move day.
• ·         Renting or buying proper moving equipment – remember the furniture pads, ropes, stretch wrap, dollies and straps to protect belongings during packing, loading and unloading. 
• ·         Time to collect enough boxes to pack an entire home or business – avoid used boxes – no one knows what critters are living inside or if the boxes are strong enough to carry items.
• ·         Replacing or repairing damaged items – Consider the cost of replacing damaged items handled by acquaintances verses trained movers. Not only do professionals handle heavy and unusually shaped pieces day-in-and-day-out, there is also valuation coverage applied to every move. This coverage is required by law, protecting the client with a basic protection in case of loss or damage to their items. If a friend breaks something, you are the one to pay, however if a moving company were to damage a piece, that company would be responsible for reimbursing you at least a fraction of the cost of the item.
• ·         Doctor’s visits after a rough move – research proper moving techniques to be able to train friends and family members how to move heavy furniture without injury.

It may seem like moving yourself will cut down costs but when you add up the hidden costs of completing a move, most people will agree it’s less expensive – and much more convenient – to hire professional movers to take on the work and responsibility.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® Sacramento employs a staff of over 40 Full-Time Movers and Drivers, with a fleet of 10 trucks. We have performed home and business moving services in and around the Greater Sacramento area for almost 10 years. Our award winning services include full service moving and packing services and we also sells boxes and packing supplies.

With comments or questions contact Carolyn Durkee, Marketing Manager at the Sacramento office of TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® at 916-852-7411 or contact us here.